Kuiper
Meaning
United States astronomer (born in the Netherlands) who studied the solar system and suggested in 1951 that there is a belt of comet-like debris at the edge of the solar system (1905-1973)
Origin
Dutch
Pronunciation
/ˈkwaɪpər/
Traits associated with the name Kuiper:
Dogs named Kuiper tend to be loving, loyal, and resilient. This name is also associated with companionship.
What does it say about you to have a dog named Kuiper?
Naming your dog Kuiper suggests that you have an appreciation for astronomy and space exploration. It may also suggest that you have a sense of adventure and a curiosity about the unknown.
Is Kuiper a good dog name?
Kuiper has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Kuiper isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!
Popularity: Overall
Kuiper is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!
Popularity: Historical Trend
Kuiper was, in the past month, the 2846th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.
As of May 2025, Kuiper is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.
We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.
In the past week, Kuiper was viewed 58 times, and liked 0 times.
Popularity: United States
The map below shows Kuiper's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.
Kuiper is most adored in Massachusetts, District of Columbia and Georgia.
By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Louisiana, Illinois and Indiana.
Popularity: Around The World
And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Kuiper.
Kuiper is found in these categories:
celestial
Named after a belt of asteroids orbiting our sun!
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